Veterinary Technician
Nickerson Animal Health Center
Job Description
Your Mission: As a veterinary technician at Nickerson Animal Health Center you will be expected to maintain a positive and upbeat attitude while helping with the care of patients. You will be assisting the veterinarian in the care of animals during exams, radiographs and other procedures as needed and communicating with clients regarding their pets’ services and needs in a nurturing manner.
Specific responsibilities & duties:
- Manage the care of hospitalized animals & the follow up
- Safely get a patient from start to finish through a procedure
- Preform ear cytologies, fecal cytologies & blood draws
- Setting IV catheters (in multiple areas); vaccine preparation; TPRs; setting up x-ray
- assisting receptionist in answering phones; taking and passing messages on to appropriate staff member
Required qualifications:
- Ability to work with computers and other technology
- Ability to lift 50lbs or more
- Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time
- Team player who is outgoing, positive, energetic, self-motivated and wiliness to follow procedures and protocols
- Experience with all labs, diagnostics & treatments
- Recognize certain behaviors in animals
- Learn and understand medical terminology and procedures
- Adapt to the different needs and styles of other technicians and doctors
- Provide exceptional customer service
- Ability to communicate well with others
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
